User's Manual

UTC. All Rights Reserved. 2 P/N 0000000 – Rev. A – 06 Nov 12
o Away from ventilation sources that can prevent smoke from
reaching the smoke alarm.
o That is at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from bathrooms.
When placing the product on a ceiling, mount it in the center of the
room or hallway, at least 4 inches (10cm) away from any walls or
partitions.
When mounting the product on a wall, place it so the top is 4 to 12
inches (10 to 31cm) below the ceiling.
In rooms with sloped, peaked, or gabled ceilings, place smoke alarms
3 feet (.9 m) down or away from the highest point of the ceiling.
If mounting to suspended ceiling tile, secure the tile with the
appropriate fastener to prevent tile removal.
Smoke Alarms are not to be used with alarm guards unless the
combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
Note: A smoke alarm does not provide warnings for fires resulting from
explosions, smoking in bed, or other furniture; ignition of flammable
liquids, vapors and gasses; and children playing with matches or
lighters.
Locations to Avoid
o Areas where normal ambient temperature exceeds 100° F
(37.8° C).
o Dirty, dusty, insect infested areas.
o In or near areas with combustion particles (kitchens, garages,
furnaces, hot-water heaters, gas space heaters).
o On the ceiling in rooms next to kitchens, where there is no
transom between the kitchen and such rooms.
o Damp or humid areas, or near bathrooms with showers.
o Near fresh-air inlets or returns or very drafty areas.
o Near heating/air conditioning vents, fans, and fresh air intakes,
which can drive smoke away from the smoke alarm.
o In dead-air spaces at the top of peaked ceilings or in corners
where walls and ceiling meet. Dead air can prevent smoke
from reaching a smoke alarm/alarm.
o Within 10 feet (3 m) of fluorescent light fixtures.
o Not suitable for outdoor use.
WARNING! LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS
Wireless smoke alarms are very reliable, but may not work under all
conditions. No fire alarm provides total protection of life or property.
Smoke alarms are not a substitute for life insurance.
Smoke Alarms require a source of power to work.
This smoke alarm will not operate and the alarm will not sound if
batteries are dead or not installed properly.
Smoke Alarms may not be heard. A sound sleeper or someone who
has taken drugs or alcohol may not awaken if the alarm is installed
outside a bedroom. Closed or partially closed doors and distance can
block sound. This alarm is not designed for the hearing impaired.
Smoke Alarms may not always activate and provide warning early
enough. Smoke alarms only activate when enough smoke reaches the
alarm. If a fire starts in a chimney, wall, roof, on the other side of closed
doors, or on a different level of the property, enough smoke may not
reach the alarm for it to alarm.
Smoke Alarms are a significant help in reducing loss, injury and even
death. However, no matter how good a detection device is, nothing
works perfectly under every circumstance and we must warn you that
you cannot expect a smoke alarm to ensure that you will never suffer
any damage or injury.
Current studies have shown smoke alarms may not awaken all
sleeping individuals. It is the responsibility of individuals in the
household that are capable of assisting others to provide assistance to
those who may not be awakened by the alarm sound, or to those who
may be incapable of safely evacuating the area unassisted.
3. Mounting the Sensor
Note: Add the product to the Control Panel before physically mounting
the smoke alarm in the desired location.
A. Disconnect alarm-notification appliances, service-release devices,
and extinguishing systems. Test communications between the
control panel and smoke alarm before permanently mounting the
smoke alarm as follows:
− Hold the smoke alarm where you plan to install it.
− Press the smoke alarm test button for 8-to-10 seconds. The
smoke alarm sends a signal to the control panel.
− At the control panel, verify the signal was received and RF
signal strength is adequate. If no signal is received or the RF
signal is low, relocate the smoke alarm and retest.
B. Using two supplied screws and anchors, mount the base.
C. Attach the smoke alarm to the mounting base as follows:
− Line up the raised alignment tab on the lip of the smoke
alarm with the arrow on the mounting base.
− Insert the smoke alarm into the base and turn clockwise
about 15 degrees until it snaps into place.
Note: The product cannot be attached to the mounting base if no
batteries are installed.
D. Test communications between the control panel and smoke alarm
again:
− Press the Test button on the alarm for 8-to-10 seconds. The
smoke alarm sends a signal to the control panel.
− Verify that the signal at the control panel was received.
E. Test the smoke alarm, see Section 7.
F. The control panel alarm and all auxiliary functions should be
verified for a complete test of the system.